4 weeks post op arm liposuction and have no result. Is this normal?

Thank you for submitting your questions and photo. I am sorry to hear you have a seroma after your procedure.  Your only 4 weeks after surgery.  Swelling
after liposuction will last for many weeks after surgery. 80% of
your final result will be seen in more like 3 months. Final
results take 6-12 months. Continue to use your contour garment, minimize
activities, and lymphatic massage help with the swelling. Continue close follow up and concerns
with your Plastic surgeon.

Lyzzamae,If you have a recurring seroma, it will interfere with your results at this point. The seroma needs to be evaluated and treated by your plastic surgeon. Seromas happen all the time so there is no reason to feel depressed. It can be managed and you should still expect to see some positive results after it resolves. Time heals all wounds. Make sure to follow up closely with your plastic surgeon.I hope this was helpful,Dr. Daniel BarrettPlastic and Reconstructive SurgeryBeverly Hills, CA

Results can take 3-6 months to show.  My suggestion is to give it time and start exercising.  However, with that said, most of my patients see the results immediately and are very extactic by this point.  I wish you the best, Dr. Emer.

I usually take photos of the amount of fat that I remove from an individual during their liposuction procedure. It would be hard to imagine no visible difference. Sometimes when people do not have elastic skin, they have no contraction of the skin following the procedure and may require a different type of operation to actually excise and tighten the skin: this is known as a brachioplasty. 

First, take a big breath.  Contour abnormalities can occur after liposuction.  Seroma formation is less common, but also can occur.  The seroma needs aspiration and compression.  Final liposuction results can take up to a year.  Communicate with your doctor, follow-up as directed, and seek a 2nd opinion if you are not comfortable with the progress of your healing.

If you currently still have a seroma, then you will not see the result of the liposuction as the fluid will be making your arm appear bigger. Be patient. It takes time for your body to absorb the fluid. Compression garments help to speed this process up. After liposuction, it takes about 6 weeks to see the dramatic results (6 months to see the final result). Unfortunately, a seroma can change this time line.

After liposuction, final results can take up to 6 months to be evident. Compression is your friend at this point. This will help to resolve any residual swelling and speed up the resolution of your seroma. Thank you for sharing your photos and concerns. Best wishes.